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Workshop Day
Friday, October 24

When: 11am to 3pm 
Where: Villa Arnica & Hotel Schwarzschmied, Lana

Are you more left-brained or right-brained? When approaching a challenge, do you first sketch it out or break it down step by step?

This year’s workshop is designed for you to explore new skills and insights across hospitality, design, and more. The four workshops sit in one of two categories: hands-on creativity or future-focused strategy. 

The 30-minute workshops will take place simultaneously and will be covered three times over, with short breaks in between. This means you can mix and match how you like. Two formats will be hosted at Hotel Schwarzschmied and Villa Arnica, you don’t need to sign up, just choose in the moment. Please be aware spaces are limited, so be on time if you would like to join!

House of Manus, Design Studio, Switzerland

The Future is Handcrafted

Experience the Scandinavian idea of ‘sløyd’ in this hands-on workshop with Swedish artist, blacksmith, and woodworker Karl Hallberg, and House of Manus CEO Oliver Jahn, by carving a traditional birch peg and giving shape to your own craft story.

Session 1: 11.30 to 12pm

Session 2: 12.30 to 1pm

Session 3: 1.30pm to 2pm

 

Monja Gentschow, Artist, Germany

Martini Lines—Draw in Artistic Flow

Uncover your creative side in this continuous line drawing workshop led by artist Monja Gentschow. You’ll create a series of simple yet expressive images, turning each line into a moment captured in motion.

Session 1: 11.30 to 12pm

Session 2: 12.30 to 1pm

Session 3: 1.30pm to 2pm

Yamil Errasti

Leadership for the Next Generation

Join Yamil Errasti for an honest, human conversation on leadership, resilience, and turning vision into action for the next generation of hoteliers.

Session 1: 11.30 to 12pm

Session 2: 12.30 to 1pm

Session 3: 1.30 to 2pm

 

Jitendra Jain, Ben Toca, Rik Plompen

The Power of Loyalty: Marriott Bonvoy

Unpacking the Marriott Bonvoy advantages for Design Hotels: turning loyalty into visibility, revenue, and long-term growth. Please note this session only operates twice.

Session 1: 11.30 to 12pm

Session 2: 12.30 to 1pm

Transfers from Villa Arnica and Hotel Schwarzschmied to Bolzano Airport and Bolzano Train Station: 11.30am to 4pm 

 

 

 

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